Northern Michigan University, located in Marquette, Michigan, is a dynamic four-year, public, comprehensive university that has grown its reputation based on its award-winning leadership programs, cutting-edge technology initiatives and nationally recognized academic programs. Northern has a population of about 9,000 undergraduate and graduate students.

Ask a few Northern students what drew them to our university and you will get a variety of answers. That's because there is no single thing that make students want to go to Northern; it is ALL the things that we do here. Northern is big enough to offer a wide variety of academic programs but is also small enough that every time you walk across campus, you'll probably wave "hi" to someone you know.

Curiosity is the raw ingredient of knowledge. It causes us to ask questions, to seek answers, to learn. At Northern Michigan University, natural curiosity and intellectual challenge meet in stimulating classes grounded in the liberal arts. So wherever your curiosity leads you, you can count on the support you need to take the next step, ask the next question, propose the next hypothesis.

The mission of the Northern Michigan University Department of Intercollegiate Athletics, Recreational Sports and the United States Olympic Training Site is to create an environment that promotes academic excellence, interpersonal growth and social development; embraces diversity; teaches lifetime leisure skills; fosters spirit and tradition; and builds a lifelong connection to NMU.

Yes, you'll attend your classes, but what else will you be doing as a student at Northern? There's so much stuff to choose from. There's a student organization or club – almost 300 at last count-- for just about every interest. If you're into investigating the paranormal, anime or improv comedy, there's a group. Cheer on your fellow Wildcats at a hockey game or volleyball match. Join a competitive club sport or an intramural team. The sky is the limit.

Press Box

FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich. – The Central Collegiate Hockey Association (CCHA) and FOX Sports Detroit have joined together to launch the Celebrate the Legacy Super Fan contest.

The contest is an opportunity for a fan from each of the 11 CCHA member schools to win a Celebrate the Legacy Prize Pack for the final CCHA Championship at Joe Louis Arena on March 23-24, 2013.

“We’re excited to partner with the CCHA to host the Celebrate the Legacy Super Fan contest,” said Greg Hammaren, FOX Sports Detroit Senior Vice President and General Manager. “We think it’s important to honor the fans in each market as we celebrate the final season of the league.”

One Super Fan from each of the CCHA’s 11 member schools will receive:

Two nights’ hotel accommodations on March 22-23, 2013.

Two tickets to the CCHA Awards at Historic Fox Theatre, including pre- and post-show food and non-alcoholic beverages.

Two lower-bowl tickets to both semifinal games on March 23 at Joe Louis Arena.

Two lanyards and admission to the Celebrate the Legacy CCHA Alumni VIP party at Cobo Hall on March 23.

Food and non-alcoholic beverage vouchers valid at Joe Louis Arena for the CCHA semifinals and final on March 23-24.

Two lower-bowl tickets to the CCHA Championship game on March 24. • Two limited edition CCHA Celebrate the Legacy jerseys.

One Super Fan contest winner will also receive game tickets and hotel accommodations to the 2013 NCAA Frozen Four, April 11-13, in Pittsburgh, Penn.

Fans can nominate a Super Fan by submitting an essay of 300 words or less that shows how their nominee passionately supports their favorite team on the ice and in the community. There is also an opportunity to include a photo of your Super Fan that shows their school spirit. Nominees must be 18 years of age to enter. See the contest rules for more information.

“In addition to the league’s great players and coaches, a big part of what has made the CCHA so special over the past 42 seasons has been the passion and enthusiasm of our fans,” said CCHA Commissioner Fred Pletsch. “Although only one fan from each school will be dubbed a ‘CCHA Super Fan’, we hope that all CCHA fans will join us as we celebrate the final CCHA Championship at the Joe.”